Dynamic Business Analyst with a proven track record at Okra IT Services, excelling in Agile Software Development and fostering stakeholder relations. Spearheaded a cutting-edge delivery app, enhancing business analysis across software lifecycles. Adept in Jira Project Management and effective communication, consistently driving project success and stakeholder consensus.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Analyst
Okra IT Services
Edinburgh
03.2022 - 04.2024
Spearheaded the development of a cutting-edge groceries' delivery application, demonstrating a commitment to project delivery excellence
Enhanced the organization's business analysis approach and deliverables, fostering seamless integration across the entire software delivery lifecycle
Proficiently conducted requirements gathering and elicitation, utilizing a diverse array of analysis tool and techniques, with a specialization in capturing technical, API, and web requirements
Translated technical documentation into actionable business requirements, facilitating effective communication with external engineering teams
Played a pivotal role in Agile delivery, creating stakeholder maps, user journeys, story maps, use cases, and task breakdowns to drive project success
Assumed ownership of traceability, meticulously tracking analysis progress from development, and testing through to training and business acceptance
Collaborated seamlessly with project managers, quality managers, and subject matter experts to facilitate consensus on optimal solutions and recommendations
Conducted meticulous manual testing during sprints to ensure precise delivery of required content by developers, consistently providing valuable feedback for iterative improvements
Offered critical support to test analysts, aiding in the creating of technical test cases to guarantee the thorough testing of business requirements during User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Program Coordinator
Omics International Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
08.2017 - 06.2019
Coordinated and managed all aspects of international conferences, from initial planning and budgeting to execution and post-event evaluation
Established and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including researchers, scholars, professionals, and corporate entities, fostering partnerships for future conferences
Led a team of event professionals, ensuring smooth operations and timely execution of conference activities
Managed conference logistics, including venue selection, accommodation arrangements, catering, and audiovisual equipment setup
Coordinated registration and ticketing processes, managing attendee databases and resolving registration inquiries
Facilitated speaker selection, communication, and preparation, ensuring a seamless presentation experience
Assisted in securing sponsorships and partnerships, increasing conference revenue and exposure
Conducted post-conference evaluations to gather feedback from attendees, speakers, and sponsors, using insights to improve future events
Maintained meticulous records of conference finances, including budgeting, invoicing, and expense tracking
Achieved Microsoft certification in Dot Net during tenure, enhancing technical skills
Education
MSc - International Business Management
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, UK
12.2021
Bachelor's - Bioinformatics
Sathyabama University
Chennai, INDIA
06.2017
Skills
Business Process Mapping
Documentation in Confluence
Sprint Planning
HTML
Data Mapping
Agile Software Development
Gap analysis
Scrum Master
Workflow Analysis
Stakeholder Relations
Jira Project Management
Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
Achieved Microsoft certification in Dot Net while managing conference responsibilities, demonstrating a commitment to professional growth and versatility.
Led a team of event professionals, ensuring seamless event execution and receiving positive feedback from team members for leadership and collaboration.
Successfully coordinated and managed several high-profile international conferences, enhancing the organization's reputation and industry presence.
Demonstrated strong financial management skills by identifying cost-saving opportunities in conference logistics, leading to a 15% reduction in event expenses while maintaining quality.
Hobbies and Interests
Exploring foreign cultures
Travelling
Meditation
Conflict resolution
Active member of the 'Child Rights and You (CRY)' and Akshayapathra Foundation - an Indian based NGO organizations which aims for child welfare.